Is Garlic Good For High Blood Pressure?

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Benefits of garlic for people with high blood pressure

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  • Garlic can lower blood pressure by 3.75–11.8 mmHg systolic and 3.39–5.5 mmHg diastolic.
  • Most effective in people with hypertension.
  • Aged garlic extract (600–1,200 mg/day) and raw garlic (2–5 grams/day) are common, research-backed forms.
  • Crush and let garlic sit before eating, take with food, avoid high heat, and be consistent. 

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, garlic can thin your blood a little and might cause more bleeding, especially with certain medicines. 

No, garlic can lower blood pressure more, so it’s not good if your blood pressure is already low. 

No, garlic doesn’t work right away; it takes weeks to see results. 

Indeed, taking garlic and honey together may eventually help decrease blood pressure. 

Garlic can lower blood pressure by a few points and may help if used regularly. 

To lower blood pressure, one to two cloves of garlic should be consumed daily. 

About 2–5 grams of raw garlic or 600 - 1,200 mg of garlic supplements daily can help. 

Raw garlic works better because cooking can reduce its helpful effects. 

Garlic usually takes 2 - 3 months of regular use to lower blood pressure. 

Garlic is best consumed with meals to prevent gastrointestinal issues. 

Yes, garlic is safe to use every day in small amounts and is good for your heart. 

Yes, some people may experience more bleeding, upset stomachs, or foul breath after eating garlic.